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Gusto mo ba maging physiotherapist sa Qatar? Kinig na!
Bea Palon, PTRP shared her experience as a physiotherapist in a skilled nursing facility in Qatar. We touched on the process of going there, her adjustment to the culture and work environment, and stuff about visas. She also shared what's good about working in a government facility in Qatar - its benefits and advantages. Let me give you one - tax-free. Lastly, she gave some pieces of advice if you're thinking or considering Qatar as a place to practice. Now take a listen!
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--- HIGHLIGHTS --- (clicking the timestamps will take you to the YouTube channel)
0:00 Introduction
1:03 Bea's background
2:40 Motivation to work abroad
7:22 Steps to take to be a PT in Qatar
11:44 Working as a PT in Qatar - Life as a PT, the difference in practice
21:47 Overall experience - Adjustments
28:13 Looking for work in Qatar
34:00 About visas and family sponsorship
36:35 Advantages, benefits and perks
41:40 Living with family
45:46 Any homesickness?
48:06 Other experience or adjustments
50:30 Regarding wise use of finances
52:38 Advice to fellow physical therapists wanting to work in Qatar
1:02:12 Last bites and Takeaway
Physiotherapist
Bea Palon, PTRP is a physical therapist currently practicing in a skilled nursing facility in Qatar. Being a physical therapy alumnus of UST Batch 2012, she first worked at UST-AMRC before deciding to work overseas.
